As of May, 2024, a 1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars in circulated condition is worth between $74.00 and $193.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $195.00 and $1,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $504.00 in the 12/26/2023 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: George T. Morgan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 9,976,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

1896 Dollar Vam 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-661,000.00
MS-65+775.00
MS-65630.00
MS-64+570.00
MS-64435.00
MS-63+410.00
MS-63250.00
MS-62+235.00
MS-62230.00
MS-61200.00
MS-60195.00
AU-58+193.00
AU-58175.00
AU-55+168.00
AU-55155.00
AU-53+154.00
AU-53142.00
AU-50+136.00
AU-50130.00
XF-45+122.00
XF-45115.00
XF-40107.00
VF-35101.00
VF-3095.00
VF-2589.00
VF-2083.00
F-1578.00
F-1274.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State195.001,000.00448.18
About Uncirculated130.00193.00156.63
Extremely Fine107.00122.00114.67
Fine and Very Fine74.00101.0086.67

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1896 Morgan Dollar. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1896 Dollar (Regular Strike)32.00125.0075.0035,000.00
1896-O Dollar (Regular Strike)36.00875.002,100.00585,000.00
1896-S Dollar (Regular Strike)32.002,400.003,100.00725,000.00
1896 Dollar (Proof)1,100.001,800.002,200.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A110.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A160.0025,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A450.00450.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle (Regular Strike)64.00143.00150.003,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A190.00500.00
1896-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)2,200.002,500.003,150.009,500.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.00700.00
1896-O Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A14,000.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 20 Bar 6 (Regular Strike)60.00100.00110.002,100.00
1896-S Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,500.00225,000.00
1896-S Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)50.002,600.003,250.005,250.00
1896-S Dollar VAM 5 S/S (Regular Strike)52.002,500.003,250.0013,500.00
1896 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,600.00115,000.00
1896 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,350.0065,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1896 Dollar Vam 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$89.00

Lowest Sale Price
$204.00

Highest Sale Price
$134.37

Average Sale Price
$154.00

Most Recent Sale Price
20

Number of Sales
$2,687.44

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65+264.00504.00384.00
MS-64+210.00210.00210.00
MS-64101.05360.00181.01
MS-6389.00204.00134.37
MS-6251.00235.00159.33
AU-5884.00120.00102.00
AU-5522.0022.0022.00
AU-5030.0030.0030.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-65+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65+ having the highest max price $504.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 77.14% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Stack's Bowers with 17.14% / 5.71% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0012/26/2023
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions30.0012/26/2023
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0012/26/2023
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions154.0012/04/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions360.0006/26/2023
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0003/06/2023
AU-58PCGSStack's Bowers120.0002/15/2023
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions139.0012/19/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions164.0006/20/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions186.0003/21/2022
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions84.0003/21/2022
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions124.0003/21/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0003/21/2022
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions89.0004/08/2020
MS-64+NGCDavid Lawrence RC210.0009/15/2019
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC110.0009/08/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0010/17/2018
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions89.0010/17/2018
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions51.0009/05/2017
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC170.0001/30/2017
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions119.0008/30/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7512/27/2015
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions135.1304/12/2015
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5004/05/2015
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions141.0002/03/2015
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions153.9306/30/2014
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions135.1306/23/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions153.0012/05/2013
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions235.0007/11/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0006/10/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers101.0507/01/2012
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC104.0008/31/2009
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC98.0005/07/2009
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0006/26/2008
AU-55ANACSDavid Lawrence RC22.0004/02/2007